Collins Contractors Ltd

24 Harcourt Terrace The external refurbishment project to this terraced residential property located in The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, has just commenced. Works on site will include: Flat Roofing works (Langley) External Masonry repairs Lead works Timber repairs and restoration Entrance area Tiling Complete external redecorations Look out for project updates works progress. 

We have just completed the extensive refurbishment to the external facades of this Grade II Listed building’ residential property, located in North West London. Jenner Court has an amazing history and was previously known as ‘The Colindale Hospital’ and was opened in 1898 as an asylum for the long-term sick of Central London, some years later and surviving 2 World Wars (despite a number of bomb attacks) the hospital closed in the 1990’s and was redeveloped into residential apartments in the early 2000’s. Collins were delighted to transform this tired looking building back to its former glory. Our woks included the following: Scaffolding Doff cleaning Masonry and stone work repairs Timber restorations Roof repairs Reline of all rainwater goods Complete external decorations   For a detailed case study, please contact us.

Units 5 & 6 Orpington Business Park We have just completed the internal and external Warehouse and Office refurbishment project at this large local business park. Works to the two separate commercial units included the following: -         Complete strip out -         Clean internal and external cladding and roof -         New electrical installations -         Replacement of conventional Gas boilers with new Electric to improve energy performance -         Replacement of cladding panels -         Apply intumescent paint to steel beams in warehouses -         Install new parking bollards and space lines -         Complete redecorations throughout -         New floorcoverings to offices For a detailed case study, please contact us. 

Collins have now completed the external refurbishment, and internal maintenance works to East Eight Apartments. Previously a school, this Victorian Grade II Listed building has since been converted into a private gated block of residential apartments. Works to this development located in the sought after London Fields, included the following – Externally: Full Scaffolding access to the perimeter & roof levels Isolated roof repairs Brick & stone repairs Isolated window replacements Installation of new aluminium guttering system Glazing replacements Repair Care repairs External redecoration Internally: Notional fire door upgrades Replacement L2 Fire alarm system Replacement carpet to common areas. For a detailed case study, please contact us. 

We are currently working at The Dyers Almshouses converting two semi-detached bungalows into one community centre, which will provide residents with space for meetings and social events. Works on site are progressing well, we have installed the structural steelwork in accordance with the engineer’s design, and the associated making good is now underway. Look out for further updates as the works develop onsite.

18-29 Mora Street  We are currently carrying out repairs to the roof and front parapet wall of this commercial property. Works to this building which has been subject to water ingress will include the following:   Removal of the coping and installation of new Damp Proof Course Roof repairs Render repairs Complete redecoration works   We look forward to sharing the finished photos as our works here approach completion.

As part of our ongoing works at Chiltern Court, the licensing conditions required us to introduce a hoarding to the scaffolding at pavement level to provide a dedicated entrance to the site. This ensures the separation and safety of the general public using this busy footpath located directly outside Baker Street tube station, whilst also preventing any unwanted visitors being able to access the scaffolding. We will continue to share updates from site as works progress here. 

27-30 Lime Street The external refurbishment works to this Grade II Listed building is making good progress. Works to this period property located in the heart of the City includes: Box gutter replacement and lining Pitched roof repairs Brickwork repointing Stonework restoration and cleaning Replacement of rear mansard windows and roof lights Complete external redecorations   Look out for further updates as works progress on site.

14 & 16a Regent Street - Smeg Flagship Store As part of the damp proofing works being undertaken within the basement of Smeg & Snow Peak for The Crown Estate, Smeg took the opportunity to give their flagship store a freshen up whilst the store was temporarily shut for the refurbishment works. Collins were happy to assist, and worked with the store to redecorate the showroom ready for its re-opening this morning. The major works in the basement are coming to an end, with the bespoke joinery being installed in the upcoming weeks. We look forward to sharing the finished article in due course. 

We have recently completed the dilapidation works to this commercial unit located in Hailey Road, Erith. The previous tenant had left this unit in a state of disrepair, so we were invited to bring this unit back to a lettable condition. Our works included the following; Strip out of all tenant belongings, partitions, services, fixtures & fittings Asbestos removal Carry out extensive roof repairs Introducing flame retardant treatment to soffit Install new shop frontage & electronic roller shutter Isolated masonry repairs to external areas Underground CCTV survey & associated minor repairs Reconfigure WC block to form; Gents, Ladies & Disabled toilet facilities & associated works Full electrical upgrades, including; New distribution board, design and install new lighting system, new fire alarm installation & associated power upgrades Extensive preparation & floor coating Supplying of new tea station Full redecoration throughout For a full case study, please contact us.